Japanese Home Cooking with Sushi Rolls & a Main Dish – Tokyo Mom

5.0 (20 reviews) Tokyo, Japan
Duration2h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Step into the cozy kitchen of a real Tokyo mom and experience the warm hospitality of Japanese home cooking. This class offers more than just recipes—it’s a cultural journey guided by someone who has cooked these meals for her own family.

You’ll prepare handmade dishes that Japanese people truly eat at home, using natural ingredients and seasonal vegetables. Learn the fundamentals of washoku (Japanese cuisine), including how to make authentic dashi (Japanese soup stock) without additives. All main dishes and sides are made from scratch.

This is not a touristy cooking show—this is a heartwarming, real-life taste of Japan.

What's included

  • English-speaking Japanese host
  • All ingredients for cooking
  • Digital recipe sheet (PDF)
  • Full use of kitchen tools and apron rental
  • Please note that guests are required to come directly to the venue. Transportation is not included.

What to expect

In this class, you’ll learn how to prepare a traditional Japanese norimaki (sushi roll), one main side dish of your choice, a seasonal vegetable dish, and a comforting bowl of miso soup — all menus include these dishes.
The norimaki can be substituted with an onigiri (rice ball) if you prefer.

For the main side dish, please choose from:

Teriyaki Chicken – tender chicken glazed in a sweet and savory soy-based sauce

Saikyo Yaki – miso-marinated fish grilled for a rich, delicate flavor

Gyoza – pan-fried dumplings filled with ground pork and vegetables

We’ll begin by making dashi (Japanese soup stock) completely from scratch — a skill at the heart of Japanese home cooking and the secret to creating depth of flavor in everyday dishes.
This is a wonderful opportunity to experience the warmth and balance of Japanese family meals while learning techniques you can easily recreate at home.

A vegetarian option is available upon request.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please note: Our main kitchen is near Shinjuku Gyoen, but the location may change depending on availability. The exact address will be in your confirmation message. Main kitchen: 5 mins from Shinjuku Gyoenmae Station (Exit 2), 1F has Fukuiken (Chinese restaurant).

End point

Please note: Our main kitchen is near Shinjuku Gyoen, but the location may change depending on availability. The exact address will be in your confirmation message. Main kitchen: 5 mins from Shinjuku Gyoenmae Station (Exit 2), 1F has Fukuiken (Chinese restaurant).

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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